“Who euthanizes dogs when they have rescues?” Stephanie Holen said,
by Michael Robinson | Uvalde Hesperian
Hesperian Contributor: Stephanie R. Holan
12-21-24
Stephanie Holen, an attorney representing Lauren and Chris Kirckof, and Paws and Pasture Sanctuary located in Marble Falls, demands the immediate cessation of the scheduled euthanization of dogs specifically Adolfo (A1982738) and Puzzle (A19827738) currently housed at the Houston BARC Animal Shelter.
According to Holen, Adolfo and Puzzle are scheduled to be euthanized but Kirckof and volunteers with the Paws and Pastures Sanctuary who are ready to save these dogs are getting delays and the proverbial “run-a-round” from the BARC Houston Animal 
Shelter while the kill dates loom over these two dogs like Damocles Sword.
“Who euthanizes dogs when they have rescues?” Holan said in a Facebook Post.
“Holan Law, along with Lauren and Chris Kirckof, and Paws and Pasture Sanctuary, demand the immediate cessation of the scheduled euthanization of dogs currently housed at your facility, specifically Adolfo (A1982738) and Puzzle (A19827738).
It has come to our attention that BARC is refusing to prioritize the approval process for volunteers who are ready, willing, and able to take these animals into their care. This refusal directly jeopardizes the lives of these dogs, raising serious ethical and procedural concerns.
Our clients are prepared to act promptly and responsibly to secure the safety of these animals. There is no justification for hindering their efforts, especially when lives are at stake. Your facility’s delay in processing these approvals appears to reflect an unjustifiable intent to proceed with euthanization rather than exploring viable alternatives,” a letter sent on Saturday, December 21st, 2024 to the BARC Houston Animal Shelter by Holen Law.
